1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |
